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KMID : 1206220150220020043
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Journal of Korean Academy of Physical Therapy Science
2015 Volume.22 No. 2 p.43 ~ p.47
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Effects of walking speed on peak plantar pressure in healthy subjects
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Ha Mi-Sook
Nam Kun-Woo
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Abstract
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Background : Many factors affect foot and ankle biomechanics during walking, including gait speed and anthropometric characteristics. This study examined the effect of walking speed on peak plantar pressure during the walking.
Method : Thirty two normal healthy subjects (16 men, 16 women) were recruited. Peak plantar pressure was investigated using pressure distribution platforms (Pedoscan system) under the hallux heads of the first, second, and third metatarsal bones, and heel.
Result : The results also suggest that slow walking speeds may decrease forefoot peak plantar pressure in patients with peripheral neuropathy who have a high risk of skin breakdown under the forefoot(p<0.05).
Conclusion : The results also suggest that slow walking speeds may decrease forefoot peak plantar pressure in patients with restricted low extremity range of motion who have a high risk of skin breakdown under the forefoot.
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KEYWORD
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Walking speed , Pedoscan , Peak plantar pressure
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